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As confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis surge across the United States, food and nutrition professionals are fielding more questions about food safety, fresh produce, and protecting patients who are immunocompromised. To provide evidence-based guidance within your scope of practice, you need to understand what Cyclospora is, recognize concerns that…
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Since 1993, Becky Dorner & Associates has provided CDR-approved continuing education programs and publications that empower healthcare professionals to deliver excellent care.
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Focus on Infection Control During National Wellness Month
August is National Wellness Month, and the need to ensure wellness has been drastically heightened in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. This month, we’re focusing on the promotion of…
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August is National Wellness Month, and the need to ensure wellness has been drastically heightened in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Becky’s Note for July
As we continue to battle against the COVID-19 pandemic, we are dedicated to providing more resources and research on the virus and its effects. We are eager to help all…
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As we continue to battle against the COVID-19 pandemic, we are dedicated to providing more resources and research on the virus and…
Playing an Essential Role in Nutrition Care
Becky Dorner has a passion for health and nutrition, leading her to find innovative solutions and share her knowledge with the global dietetics community. We are so proud of Becky’s…
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Becky Dorner has a passion for health and nutrition, leading her to find innovative solutions and share her knowledge with the global…
Food- and Nutrition-Related Resources and Updates on COVID-19
Has the COVID-19 pandemic changed your eating habits – either out of boredom from being at home more or from food shortages impacting your choices? The way we think about…
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Has the COVID-19 pandemic changed your eating habits – either out of boredom from being at home more or from food shortages…
Diversity in Nutrition and Dietetics
Diversity and dietetics: how do we combine, esteem, and coordinate these two aspects in our professional lives? Incorporating diversity in the field of nutrition is critical in providing the best…
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Diversity and dietetics: how do we combine, esteem, and coordinate these two aspects in our professional lives? Incorporating diversity in the field…
June’s Note from Becky
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re continuing to offer the latest updates and resources related to the virus. Our hearts go out to all those who have been…
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In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re continuing to offer the latest updates and resources related to the virus. Our hearts…
Food and Nutrition Programs for Older Adults
Position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior: Food and Nutrition Programs for Community-Residing Older Adults Eat Right Pro – Academy of…
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Position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior: Food and Nutrition Programs for Community-Residing…
Celebrate Men’s Health Month in June
Men’s Health Month is celebrated across the country with screenings, health fairs, and more. The entire month of June is dedicated to heightening awareness of preventable health conditions and diseases…
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Men’s Health Month is celebrated across the country with screenings, health fairs, and more. The entire month of June is dedicated to…
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is an opportunity to have conversations about the brain, what it does and its importance, and to recognize that Alzheimer’s and Dementia are major public…
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Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is an opportunity to have conversations about the brain, what it does and its importance, and to…
Observing World Food Safety Day in June
Food safety is more important than ever during the coronavirus pandemic when strong safety and health precautions are in place across the world. World Food Safety Day was created to increase…
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Food safety is more important than ever during the coronavirus pandemic when strong safety and health precautions are in place across the…
COVID-19 Updates & Resources
How Feeding America Is Fighting the ‘Perfect Storm’ of Food Shortages During the Coronavirus Pandemic Time Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization, aims to help those who need…
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How Feeding America Is Fighting the ‘Perfect Storm’ of Food Shortages During the Coronavirus Pandemic Time Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic…
CMS NEWS: Trump Administration Unveils Enhanced Enforcement Actions Based on Nursing Home COVID-19 Data and Inspection Results
Trump Administration Unveils Enhanced Enforcement Actions Based on Nursing Home COVID-19 Data and Inspection Results The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled enhanced enforcement for nursing homes with…
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Trump Administration Unveils Enhanced Enforcement Actions Based on Nursing Home COVID-19 Data and Inspection Results The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services…
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
I recommend this course and required reading because it makes a good CPE program for dietitians wanting to be more informed about the various aspects of intensive diabetes management. It focuses not only on nutrition therapy for diabetes, but also the larger…
Making Sense of Intensive Diabetes Management Course
Casey Seiden, MS, RD, CDCES
The Long Term Care State Operations Manual is an invaluable resource that aides health care professionals navigate rules and regulations for providing person centered care in LTC. I highly recommend this course because it is excellent for the nutrition professional as it…
State Operations Manual Appendix PP- Guidance to Surveyors for Long Term Care Facilities Course
Jonathan Gonzalez, MS, RD, CSG, LD
Dietitians can be crucial in helping to recommend and adjust diabetes medications for better glucose management. This self study course would help RDNs become more proficient in current medication options.
A Dietitian’s Guide to Medications for Patients with Diabetes 12th Edition Self-Study Course
Casey Seiden, MS, RDN, CDN, CDE
We often hear mixed messages about plant-based diets. “They are super healthy.” “They aren’t healthy at all.” This self study course provides the opportunity to examine the available research on low-fat plant-based vegan diets and see the evidence firsthand. Clinicians will be…
Low-Fat Vegan Diet and Metabolic Health in Overweight Adults
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
I love this course! I learned a lot, and I feel like that is hard to do for me given my experience.
Nutrition for Patients/Residents in Palliative Care Course
Jamie Smith, MS, RD, CSG, LDN
This CPE program provides a great opportunity for health professionals to understand ways to move toward Medicine 3.0 which is founded in prevention.
Understanding Longevity: The Art and Science of Extending Life
SeAnne Waite, PhD, RDN, LD
Becky Dorner & Associates provide invaluable continuing education for nutrition professionals. Their courses cover many current and relevant nutrition topics that will help practitioners maintain up-to-date knowledge and expertise.
Aimee Shea, MPH, RDN, CCMS, LD
Continuing education programs from Becky Dorner & Associates are always high quality, evidence-based and timely. Given how fast information can change, it is critical to know that you are receiving information that will help you in your present work but also help…
Kathleen Pellechia, MS, RDN, PMP
This course is very detailed and comprehensive in an area that is often understaffed and in need of this specific skill set for RDNs and NDTRs.
Minimum Data Set 3.0 Resident Assessment Instrument Manual v1.17 (Rev. 10-1-19) Self-Study Short Course
Janice Baker RDN, CDCES, CNSC, BCADM
This course is excellent and well written. It would be advantageous to read prior to taking the Nutrition Wound Care Certification. It is also a must for any RDN who is part of a wound care team or provides nutritional interventions for…
Nutrition Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers/Injuries 2023 Course
Anna de Jesus, MBA, RDN
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